Thanksgiving is just around the corner.
This season is all about gathering with loved ones, savoring delicious meals, unwinding, and sharing joyful moments.
It’s also the perfect opportunity to pause and consider everything you have to be thankful for, whether big or small.
In light of this, I thought it would be a great moment to compile 100 of the most uplifting, grateful, and humorous short quotes for Thanksgiving.
Feel free to share them in texts or group chats, use them for your social media like Instagram, or even display them on a letter board at home. Or simply enjoy them in person during your Thanksgiving celebrations.
Short and Inspirational Thanksgiving Quotes and Sayings
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It makes what we have sufficient, and more.”
– Melody Beattie
“Thanksgiving brings abundance.”
– Ann Voskamp
“When we concentrate on gratitude, the tide of disappointment recedes and love flows in.”
– Kristin Armstrong
“Gratitude transforms what we possess into sufficiency.”
– Aesop
“A grateful heart finds joy in the smallest things, while a discontented heart remains unhappy no matter what.”
– Douglas Wood
“The true measure of our thanksgiving lies not in what we say about our blessings, but in how we choose to use them.”
– W.T. Purkiser
“Gratitude is the greatest of all virtues, and the source of all others.”
– Cicero
“A simple expression of appreciation can turn a day around, or even change a life. Just saying the words is sufficient.”
– Margaret Cousins
“Practicing thankfulness opens a world of abundance to us.”
– Norman Vincent Peale
“Embracing gratitude fosters respect for those around us.”
– Dalai Lama
“Nurture the habit of being thankful for every good thing that enters your life, and foster a spirit of continuous gratitude.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
“The foundation of goodness lies in the soil of appreciation.”
– Dalai Lama
“I find happiness in gratitude. Choosing to express gratitude brings me joy.”
– Will Arnett
“Gratitude can elevate ordinary moments into Thanksgiving, transform mundane tasks into joy, and turn regular opportunities into blessings.”
– William Arthur Ward
“Counting my blessings has completely transformed my life.”
– Willie Nelson
“Be thankful for what little you have, and you will discover an abundance.’”
– Hausa Proverb
“True transformation begins where gratitude starts.”
– Neale Donald Walsch
“Be grateful for every experience; they all contribute to who you are.”
– Roy T. Bennett
“A thankful heart reveals a multitude of blessings that constantly surround us.”
– James E. Faust
“Appreciate what you have; your life might be someone else’s dream.”
– Wale Ayeni
Short Thanksgiving Quotes for Gratitude at Work
“No one achieves success on their own; wise individuals acknowledge the assistance they receive with gratitude.”
– Alfred North Whitehead
“We should take time to express appreciation to those who impact our lives positively.”
– John F. Kennedy
“Appreciation is a beautiful gift. It allows excellence in others to reside with us too.”
– Voltaire
“Expressing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most impactful gestures we can make.”
– Randy Pausch
“A thankful heart is the starting point of great achievements.”
– James E. Faust
“An ungrateful heart overlooks countless blessings; a thankful heart uncovers heavenly gifts in every moment.”
– Henry Ward Beecher
“Thankfulness is the genesis of gratitude, and true gratitude completes the cycle of thankfulness.”
– Henri Frederic Amiel
“If you are genuinely grateful, what follows? You share your abundance.”
– W. Clement Stone
“The true blessing of gratitude is that it brings us to the present moment.”
– Robert Holden
“Even the smallest act is significant when performed with genuine gratitude.”
– Oprah Winfrey
“Gratefulness diminishes fear and invites in abundance.”
– Tony Robbins
“Gratitude opens up the door to creativity, wisdom, and power in the universe.”
– Deepak Chopra
“Gratitude resides in the heart, not just in our thoughts.”
– Lionel Hampton
“Gratefulness elevates you to heightened awareness and attracts greater blessings.
– Rhonda Byrne
“Gratitude is a catalyst for joy; it ignites a fire of happiness in your soul.”
– Amy Collette
“A simple moment of gratitude can significantly alter your mindset.”
– Bruce Wilkinson
“Thankfulness breeds gratitude, which cultivates contentment, leading to peace.”
– Todd Stocker
“Gratitude can change everything around us.”
– Marian Wright Edelman
“Be thankful for what you possess, and you’ll eventually have more.”
– Oprah Winfrey
“Life improves when gratitude takes the lead.”
– Joyce Meyer
Short and Humorous Thanksgiving Quotes to Lessen Holiday Stress
“Thanksgiving, man. Not the best day to wear tight pants.”
– Kevin James
“The ability to form friendships is God’s way of offsetting the craziness of family.”
– Jay McInerney
“Growing up in Canada, Thanksgiving is just Thursday with an extra helping of food, and I’m grateful for that.”
– Howie Mandel
“A new study shows that 80% of men claim they help cook Thanksgiving dinner. That makes sense since they think saying, ‘That smells great’ counts as help.”
– Jimmy Fallon
“Vegetables definitely have a place in dieting—I recommend carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie as essentials.”
– Jim Davis
“I come from a family where gravy is practically a drink.”
– Erma Bombeck
“After a satisfying dinner, one can forgive anyone—even relatives.”
– Oscar Wilde
“You know you’ve overindulged at Thanksgiving when you have to loosen your bathrobe.”
– Jay Leno
“Spend long enough in the meat aisle at the grocery store, and you might start to harbor resentment toward turkeys.”
– Mitch Hedberg
“I guess I will die without ever knowing what pumpkin pie tastes like when there’s room for it.”
– Robert Brault
“If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that family is worth holding onto, no matter how trying they may be.”
– Rick Riordan
“Cooking suggestion: Wrap up the turkey leftovers and toss them out.”
– Nicole Hollander
“An optimist starts a new diet on Thanksgiving Day.”
– Irv Kupcinet
“Keep your friends near, but during Thanksgiving dinner, your relatives at a distance.”
– David Letterman
“The only thing better than discussing food is actually eating it.”
– John Walters
“My cooking is so questionable that my kids thought Thanksgiving was a commemoration of Pearl Harbor.”
– Phyllis Diller
“This Thanksgiving, I’m more excited about pie than about seeing my own family.”
– Damien Fahey
“It’s not the time spent at the Thanksgiving table that adds on the weight; it’s the seconds that do!”
– Unknown
“Thanksgiving is an opportunity to tally your blessings, one by one, as each family member departs.”
– Melanie White
“Every Thanksgiving, I bring the champagne; my family knows where their strengths lie.”
– Gloria Fallon
“I cook with wine; sometimes I even add it to the food.”
– W.C. Fields
“Some family trees bear a stunning harvest of nuts.”
– Wayne Huizenga
Short Thanksgiving Quotes for Family to Share Your Gratitude
“Family and love are the most important aspects of life.”
– John Wooden
“Family is not just important. It is everything.”
– Michael J. Fox
“Those who love you surround you with their arms even when you feel unlovable.”
– Deb Caletti
“While other aspects of life may change us, we begin and end with family.”
– Anthony Brandt
“My sustenance comes from the love of my family.”
– Maya Angelou
“What greater gift to be thankful for at a family gathering than the family itself and the reunion?”
– Robert Brault
“Home is about the people, not the place.”
– Robin Hobb
“You don’t choose your family—they are God’s gift to you, just as you are to them.”
– Desmond Tutu
“Much of our finest qualities spring from our love for our family.”
– Haniel Long
“There’s nothing better than returning home to family, delicious food, and relaxation.”
– Irina Shayk
“A family represents more than just love; it embodies the essence of being together.”
– Mitch Albom
“The size of our house doesn’t matter; what truly counts is the love within it.”
– Peter Buffett
“Call it a clan, network, tribe, or family; everyone needs one.”
– Jane Howard
“Each Thanksgiving, my heart always seeks a way back home.”
– Wilbur D. Nesbit
“The greatest virtues develop around family and home.”
– Winston Churchill
“Is there anything more universally agreed upon than turkey, sweet potatoes, stuffing, and pumpkin pie?”
– Nora Ephron
“A small amount of cheer and a warm welcome make for a festive feast.”
– William Shakespeare
“Thanksgiving holds a special place in my heart as it reminds us to give thanks and appreciate our blessings.”
– Joyce Giraud
“Grace is not simply a prayer before meals; it’s a lifestyle choice.”
– Jackie Windspear
Short Thanksgiving Quotes for Your Dear Friends
“Let’s be grateful for those who bring joy into our lives; they are the delightful gardeners nurturing our souls.”
– Marcel Proust
“Amidst life’s complexities, the gift of true friendship remains effortlessly within our grasp.”
– Maria Shriver
“A true friend walks in when everyone else walks out.”
– Walter Winchell
“Real friendship means your friend visits on Thanksgiving and doesn’t judge your pie-eating habits.”
– Jim Harper
“Each morning, I awaken with heartfelt gratitude for my friends, both new and old.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Thanksgiving embodies giving, loving, and reflecting on the things that matter most.”
– Danielle Duckery
“Having friends who elevate you is an immeasurable blessing.”
– John Bytheway
“Friendship is the elixir of life.”
– Edward Young
“Having one true friend is more than enough; you’ve won the jackpot.”
– Thomas Fuller
“True friendship withstands the tests of time, distance, and silence.”
– Isabel Allende
“Nothing on earth is more cherished than authentic friendship.”
– Thomas Aquinas
“I find my utmost joy in reminiscing about my cherished friends.”
– William Shakespeare
“Many will come and go in your life, but only true friends will leave an imprint on your heart.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
“Good friends are like pumpkin pie—sweet and always present in times of need.”
– Sandra Shea
“Giving cheerfully and appreciating thankfully blesses everyone involved.”
– Maya Angelou
“Thanksgiving symbolizes a time for gratitude and togetherness.”
– Nigel Hamilton
“A grateful recipient yields a bountiful harvest.– William Blake
“Thanksgiving symbolizes a joyful invitation to shower the world with love and appreciation.”
– Amy Leigh Mercree
“What I adore about Thanksgiving is its focus on gathering with friends and family for a delightful feast.”
– Daniel Humm
“Thank you is the most heartfelt prayer anyone can express.”
– Alice Walker
Searching for more inspiration this holiday season? Check out these uplifting Thanksgiving quotes, and don’t miss the humorous Thanksgiving quotes, as well as short captions for Thanksgiving.